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Learn more about the Acton Academy method and how learning can be reimagined! We suggest you start your research by learning more about our Director, watching the videos below, and reading the story of Acton—Courage to Grow: How Acton Academy Turns Learning Upside Down by Acton Academy co-founder Laura Sandefer. Click her book below to get your copy. Start reading or listening to this book as it is part of our application process. We are seeking families that equip themselves, are curious, and are ready to support their child on a learner-led adventure.

  • Read an interview article published by Education Reimagined about Acton Academy Oshkosh’s Director, Dr. Sharon Chmura-Moore. She shares her story, how Acton started, and why creativity at Acton is so special!

 

  • Learn the story of the founding Acton Academy campus in Austin, Texas and their journey to discover Disruptive Education.

 

  • Discover a day in the life of an Acton Academy learner. Hear why learners love learning at Acton from the learners themselves!

 

  • Get inspired by mastery in the TED talk by Sal Khan—Khan Academy software creator— “Let’s teach for mastery—not test scores”.

Read Courage to Grow by Acton Academy co-founder Laura Sandefer!

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